Calcium carbonate: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Calcium carbonate

Lo que dice el prospecto oficial. Si te lo recetó un médico, sigue la receta. Si el prospecto de tu caja es distinto, manda el de tu caja.

Para quién es

Relieves acid indigestion heartburn sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms

Cómo tomarlo y con qué frecuencia

Take one to four tablets daily
Do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks

Warnings

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

Si olvidas una dosis

Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.

Recuérdame tomarlo Prospecto oficial completo

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2017-12-22.

Marcas en todo el mundo

Products with Calcium carbonate as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Extra Strength Antacid Smooth Dissolving - Berry Fusion FlavorsCALCIUM CARBONATE 750 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · TARGET CORPORATION

NDC 11673-568Label

Guardian Extra Strength AntacidCALCIUM CARBONATE 750 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Guardian Drug Company

NDC 53041-130Label

EmbrivaPYRIDOXAL PHOSPHATE ANHYDROUS 2.5 mg/1, POTASSIUM IODIDE .15 mg/1, ASCORBIC ACID 125 mg/1 · Tablet · Oncora Pharma, LLC

NDC 85477-322Label

Gdc Extra Strength Alkums Antacid 127afCALCIUM CARBONATE 750 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Guardian Drug Company

NDC 53041-102Label

Pepcid CompleteFAMOTIDINE 10 mg/1, CALCIUM CARBONATE 800 mg/1, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 165 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Kenvue Brands LLC

NDC 16837-891Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACCal D3 Tablet 04-5497 NAFDACRennie Tablet 04-1929 NAFDACMarleycid Tablet A11-100789 NAFDACOsteoplus Tablet A11-100209 NAFDACVitachew Tablets B4-6414 NAFDACOrheptal Capsules 04-1405 NAFDACGaviscon Double Action Liquid A4-9366 NAFDACDr. Meyer's Calcimax Suspension 04-1436 NAFDACDr. Meyer’s Gelacid Suspension_ 04-2744 NAFDACGaviscon Peppermint Liquid Sachet_ A4-7058 NAFDACGeescon Double Action Liquid 150 mL A11-100667 NAFDACGaviscon Peppermint Liquid Suspension A4-7058

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Check your pack of Calcium carbonate

Te quedan 3 verificaciones gratis hoy Fuentes oficiales: FDA de EE. UU. · EMA (UE) · NAFDAC · alertas de la OMS

Questions about Calcium carbonate

What is Calcium carbonate used for?

relieves acid indigestion heartburn sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Calcium carbonate?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: take one to four tablets daily. do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks…

Do I need a prescription for Calcium carbonate?

In many countries Calcium carbonate is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Calcium carbonate?

Calcium carbonate is sold under names such as Folbecal, Folgard Os, Oysco 500 With D, Lactocal, Os-cal 500 With D, Viactiv Calcium Plus D, Slow-mag Reformulated Feb 2012, Cal-quick. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Calcium carbonate is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.